Monaco is one of the smallest countries in the world but is full of things for you to enjoy. It's also known to be a wealthy, famous, and mysterious playground for many rich foreigners.
The microstate looks like a casino sea, a five-star resort, an expensive yacht, and an amusement park based on everything glamourous and expensive. It certainly seems too luxurious for just humans to visit.
Even if a large portion of the local population is made up of millionaires, you don't have to be particularly wealthy and famous to visit Monaco. Anyone can go and have a good time. But, before you go, there are some things you need to know.
1. Bring your ID with you
Bringing your ID when you are in Monaco is a must.
This may be a driver's license or a passport. The main reason for this is that Monaco has different rules for locals and non-locals. The best known is that foreigners can gamble, but locals can't. Admission to the casino is also not allowed for locals.
Therefore, if you cannot show your ID to prove that you are not a local, you are probably not allowed to enter the casino. And for many, this is a big highlight of their trip to Monaco.
2. Monaco Is Not France
Many travelers get confused when it comes to Monaco and France. Given the close proximity of the two countries, it is easy to infer that Monaco is another region of France. In addition, the majority of people speak French. But if you want to make the best impression on the locals, don't make the mistake of saying (loudly) that Monaco is a part of France.
Monaco is a completely independent country. It has its own language (although French is widely spoken) and locals may be a little frustrated to hear that you do not recognize their country as an individual territory.
We can say that your vacations will start on the wrong foot if that happens.
3. There is a Dress Code
Since Monaco is in the Mediterranean region, you will see that many locals have this laid-back Mediterranean lifestyle and a more relaxed approach to life. But at the same time, it is one of the most famous places to visit in the world.
According to Going Somewhere Soon, there is a dress code that you must obey. An important thing is that you can't walk in beach clothes all over town, even if you've just visited the beach. It is always advisable to inquire before going somewhere because the luxury facilities also have specific rules regarding what to wear.
In general, make sure you're wearing at least a shirt and not walking barefoot.
4. It's small but crowded
Before going to Monaco, you need to know how big the country really is. It is only 2 square kilometers. In general, the only country in the world that is smaller than Monaco is the Vatican City in Rome.
Monaco is a very small country, but it is the most densely populated country in the world with a total population of about 37,800 people. If you add a crowd of tourists, it can be really crowded. Avoid crowded summer trips and May trips because of the Formula 1 Grand Prix and all the tourists it brings.
5. Stay Away During the Grand Prix
Visiting Monaco in particular in order to be able to participate in the Grand Prix is one thing. What is a whole different thing is to unknowingly plan a vacation in parallel with this famous race. You must know that everything in Monaco during the Grand Prix is 100 times as busy and chaotic.
Many of the arterial roads are closed during the race. Not only that, the crowds to deal with are much larger, and the whole place looks much more confusing.
We recommend visiting after or before May when the race is usually held.
6. You'll be Walking Everywhere
As mentioned before, Monaco is a very small country, so it's no wonder that most transportation is by foot.
This is not as easy as it sounds, as the landscape is quite hilly. But with the exception of city buses and boats, this is often the only option. Taxis are available, but they tend to be incredibly expensive.
The city bus is a cheaper means of transportation and leads to less stress on your body. However, if the weather is nice, you can actually enjoy the wonderful scenery of the area while hiking.
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